2.4 Explanation of the Soft Keys
The Soft Keys are divided into vertical static keys [M1-M4] and horizontal dynamic keys [M5-M8],
which differ in function according to the current application.
Soft Key Definition
[M1]
filter option on AIS targets in graphical view
FA (hides received Class A targets)
FB (hides received Class B targets)
[M2]
Display Modes
This Soft Key allows toggling between the different Display Modes.
[M3]:
Safety Message
This Soft Key allows direct Message Writing. Either broadcast or addressed messages
can be sent in this mode. Pending alarms could be accessed by this Soft Key
[M4]:
Display Settings
- Brightness and Contrast Regulator
This Soft Key allows the Display Settings to be changed between Daytime,
and Nighttime Modes.
[Menu]:
Go to
Main Menu
or return to the Navigation View Screen.
[M5] – [M8]:
These Soft Keys are described in individual screens
2.5 Safety Keys
The NAUTICAST™ is fitted with Safety Keys, which allow the user to automatically send urgent
messages without the necessity of navigating the Menus.
[MOB]
The MOB Button sends out precise position of an MOB incident to Addressed
Vessels, therefore allowing the message to be sent to a vessel closest to
accident location.
[SRM]
The SRM Button sends out emergency Broadcast Safety Related Messages to
all ships in the Vessel Listing.
Note:
For detailed description of the Safety Functions see Chapter 4.
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